OHU50K NOTES Sold

When you view the Google Map, you will see that this circa 1880 house is in a lovely neighborhood of older homes. The low-crime neighborhood has some cute homes with owners who enjoy their gardens.

Cosmetically, it needs TLC, but what potential., especially when you read the FAMILY HISTORY section below.

Fairmount

Fairmount lies 55 northeast of Indianapolis and has a population of about 3000 people. The town is best known as the boyhood home of actor James Dean, who is buried there. In fact, down the street from this home is the James Dean Memorial Park at 200 N. Main St.. The park features a James Dean bust, a project which Dean had discussed with the artist, Kenneth Kendall, shortly before his death. For those with interest in tiny and small houses please “like” the Facebook page Tiny House Calling. For those who yearn for a home with acreage, please “like” our Facebook page Country Life Dreams.

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Historical Charmer with Old Town Fairmount Nostalgia! Dating back to the late 1800’s this home offers so much potential! Envision bringing this place back to life! High Ceilings & Spacious Rooms! There are 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, large dining area w/built -ins & fireplace. Living Room & Separate Den. Main Level Bedroom & 2 bedrooms on upper level, with the large landing on second floor including the nook with window seat. Partial basement, cellar/storage room. Home has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places. Home is being sold AS-IS. Per Listing

3bed
1.5bath

Exterior featured at 309 N Main St, Fairmount, IN 46928

309 N Main St, Fairmount, IN 46928 $59,900 Sold

Contact Realtor: Diana Dunham with Keller Williams Indy Metro Ne

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History

If you read the blurbs below, you will see that Ida and Ancil Winslow purchased the house in 1931. They were actor James Dean’s great aunt and uncle. In fact, their son, Marcus Winslow, helped raise James after his mother died in 1940.